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The New Patek Philippe Twenty~4 7340/1R Perpetual Calendar

Introduced in 1999, the Twenty~4 collection was Patek Philippe’s first dedicated line of feminine timepieces. The original model featured an Art Deco-inspired manchette (cuff) design, but in 2018, the brand unveiled the Twenty~4 Automatic, which is a round-cased iteration powered by an automatic movement. This year, Patek Philippe elevates the collection further by introducing a perpetual calendar complication, marking the collection's debut in the realm of Grand Complications.
Crafted entirely in 18K rose gold, the watch features a 36mm case with a slender profile of just 9.95mm, making it sit gracefully on the wrist. The case is meticulously finished with a combination of polished and brushed surfaces, enhancing its refined aesthetic. Two dial options are available. The Ref. 7340/1R-001 features a silvery opaline dial with a vertical satin finish, evoking the texture of shantung silk that feature irregular texture, while the Ref. 7340/1R-010 presents an olive green sunburst dial for a more contemporary appeal.

Seiko

Seiko is a Japanese watch brand that was founded in 1881 by Kintaro Hattori in Tokyo, Japan. The brand has a long and storied history of producing high-quality timepieces that are both accurate and stylish.

One of Seiko's most notable achievements is the development of the quartz watch in 1969, which revolutionized the watch industry and made accurate timekeeping available to a wider audience. Seiko's quartz watches were also the first to use a liquid crystal display (LCD) and to incorporate a chronograph.

Seiko offers a wide range of collections, including the Prospex, Presage, and Astron lines, each with its own unique features and style. The Prospex collection is known for its durability and reliability, and includes diving watches that are designed for use in extreme conditions. The Presage collection, on the other hand, is more focused on classic and traditional designs, with a strong emphasis on craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Seiko's watches are also known for their affordable prices, making them accessible to a wider audience. Despite their affordability, Seiko watches are still renowned for their accuracy and reliability, and are often compared to luxury watch brands.

 

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